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mom24doggies · 08-22-2012, 04:48 PM

My old lady dog, Pepper, needs a teeth cleaning. Her teeth aren't in horrible shape, but enough to where I really think she could benefit from a cleaning. Plus I've recently noticed a loose flap of skin on one of her canines, almost like a bit of gum separated from the tooth. I'm sure that needs to be taken care of. The only thing holding me back is that fact that she is 14 and I'm worried about her going under anesthesia. She is healthy, I had bloodwork and a thorough physical done on her a few months ago they didn't find anything wrong with her. Has anyone had experience with this or have any advice?

mom24doggies · 08-23-2012, 09:10 PM

Bump....anyone?

schnauzerpoodle · 08-23-2012, 10:12 PM

Given that she is already 14, I would not let her go under. I think I would continue to brush her teeth and not do anything intrusive.

Poodlemama99 · 08-24-2012, 06:51 AM

I agree that I would not put a 14 year old through anesthesia. Too risky. Omar has nasty teeth but after consulting with the vet we decided to leave them alone. He still eats great and Lila did not have teeth by the time she was 6 and she lived until almost 13 without them. Lol. I think by the time they are seniors they deserve to be comfortable but not doing a lot of unnecessary tests and procedures. JMHO of course. Everyone needs to decide what is right for their own dogs.

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mom24doggies · 08-24-2012, 07:13 AM

Thanks y'all! I just felt like maybe I should do something for her since I feel like she's got some more years left in her, and I know I wouldn't want to live with a yucky mouth. However, it IS risky and maybe I should just give her chew every day for a month and see if that helps.

Poodlemama99 · 08-24-2012, 04:17 PM

Teeth are over rated. Here is my precious angel Lila about 6 months before she died. She was so adorable even with no teeth to keep her tongue in. God I loved that little girl. She was our Queen.

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mom24doggies · 08-24-2012, 07:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Poodlemama99

Teeth are over rated. Here is my precious angel Lila about 6 months before she died. She was so adorable even with no teeth to keep her tongue in. God I loved that little girl. She was our Queen. Attachment 27018

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What a cutie! The little toothless dogs are growing on me.

I'm just worried her mouth might be uncomfortable for her. She still chews ok and everything, but her breath is a little, well, gross. But it sounds like y'all think it's too risky so we'll stick to chews and maybe a little scraping with a scaler.

thanks again!

-Lilith- · 11-26-2012, 08:41 PM

Try tropiclean's teeth gel. I know many people who swear by it and it has helped their dogs teeth.

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MollyMuiMa · 11-26-2012, 09:24 PM

I agree with everyone else, don't risk it! I hear the spray on tooth cleaners help with plaque removal. Maybe one of those products and a raw chicken wing twice a week would help? It's worth a try, to avoid putting a geriatric dog under anesthesia!

ArreauStandardPoodle · 11-27-2012, 03:25 AM

Have you seen Leba lll ? It is a spray that greatly reduces tartar. I know some people who swear by it. It is a tiny wee bottle and is about $70, but the bottle lasts about 6 months when used as directed.